YSL 24 Rue De L’Université Sandalwood
2ml
$9.00 USD
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YSL 24 Rue De L’Université Sandalwood
$9.00 USD
The Essence of 24 Rue de l'Université
24 Rue de l'Université by Yves Saint Laurent is one of the most highly regarded high-end sandalwood fragrances on the market. Part of YSL’s exclusive Le Vestiaire des Parfums Edition Couture collection, it pays olfactive homage to the historic 17th-century private mansion that serves as the heart of Saint Laurent’s couture ateliers.
The fragrance is widely celebrated for its non-flashy, architectural elegance—reminiscent of sunlight streaming through clean, minimalist white wood paneling.
The Scent Profile & Performance
- The Core: Rather than following a traditional top-to-bottom pyramid, the scent behaves in a base-dominant fashion. It centers around a rich, voluptuous, and remarkably creamy sandalwood.
- The Accents: The creaminess is balanced perfectly by a soft, velvety suede accord (daim) and structured by polished cedarwood. Wisps of dry, resinous incense and earthy cypriol add depth, preventing the wood from becoming overly sweet.
- Wearability: Reviewers often describe it as an ultra-premium skin scent or a "cashmere coat in scent form." It sits closer to the skin with moderate to low projection, but boasts excellent longevity—making it an elegant, understated choice for daily wear or formal settings.